Case Study

From $0 to $750K: How CSD Built a Tour Business From the Ground Up

Coastal Sunset Destinations started from scratch—no website, no marketing, no brand presence. Breaking into a competitive market with no audience or predictable revenue stream required a smart, scalable plan. We helped them build a high-converting website, rank for high-intent SEO keywords, and launch targeted ad campaigns that turned clicks into bookings.
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Cruise San Diego
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The Challenge

Started from Scratch

No website, no marketing, no brand presence

Entering a Competitive Market

Needed a way to stand out

No Predictable Revenue Stream

Needed scalable lead generation

Key Results

$750K in Revenue in Under 2 Years

Starting from zero, CSD grew to over $750,000 in revenue by executing a full-funnel marketing strategy that focused on sustainable growth through SEO, ads, and conversion optimization.

92 Keywords Ranked on Page 1

We implemented a content-rich SEO plan targeting high-intent phrases, taking them from invisible in search to ranking for 92 keywords on page 1—driving consistent organic bookings.

140% Year-Over-Year Growth

With a strong foundation in place, their revenue and bookings scaled rapidly—growing over 140% year-over-year without increasing ad spend proportionally.

Solution

Built a High-Converting Website

Optimized for local SEO & bookings

SEO-First Strategy

Ranked for high-intent keywords from Day 1

Paid Ads for Quick Wins

Used Google & Facebook Ads to drive early traction

Why These Strategies Work for Tour Operators

SEO that drives direct bookings

We rank for high-intent keywords that actually convert.

Ad strategies that maximize revenue

No wasted budget—just high ROAS.

Conversion-focused websites

Turning traffic into paying customers.

Client Testimonial

Starting from nothing is scary, but the right marketing strategy made all the difference. We wouldn’t be here without SEO & smart ad spend.

Miles Grant

Head of Growth & Partnerships

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